Bali In My Brain

18 September 2008

I will now share my knowledge and potentially erroneous information about Bali, Indonesia:

  • My principal mode of transportation, motor bike, will significantly increase my chances of bodily harm and death
  • The start of the rainy season is October, which neatly coincides with my start date
  • Bali has world-class banana pancakes

This is all important because I am going to be volunteering for Kiva’s field partner in Bali, the DINARI Foundation.  I will be doing my best to interview borrowers, help DINARI comply with Kiva’s procedures and assist DINARI in their microfinance work. I hope that my existing knowledge will prepare me for the challenges ahead. Any additional and accurate information would be appreciated.

Sincerely,

Lander Burr

Check out the new loans for my microfinance institution (there may not be any currently): http://www.kiva.org/app.php?page=businesses&partner_id=82&status=fundRaising&sortBy=New+to+Old&_tpg=fb

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Filed in Asia & the Pacific, Dian Bhuana Lestari Foundation (Dinari), Indonesia, KF6 (Kiva Fellows 6th Class)
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4 Responses to “Bali In My Brain”

  1. Jan & John, KivaFriends Says:

    19 September 2008 at 7:57 pm

    Our best wishes go with you – be well – and know that every word you write or photo you post will be anticipated in advance and appreciated immensely by those of us rooting for you and your team.

  2. Lander Says:

    29 September 2008 at 2:19 am

    Dear Jan & John,

    Thank you so much for your kind words. I look forward to updating you on my endeavors and adventures.

    Sincerely,
    Lander

  3. Hendra Says:

    30 September 2008 at 2:35 pm

    Dear Lander,

    I am sure you’ll enjoy your time in Bali. I am from Jakarta, and I, like my fellow Indonesians, will be grateful for every chances I have to visit Bali. It’s so lovely: the place, the very nice people.

    Yes motorbike will be very practical, you’ll like it. Don’t worry, Balinese are polite on the streets.

    For foods, Balinese have good ones: porks, ducks, many others (look for rice mixed with chicken and other things, I think they call it ‘nasi bogana’, I forget).

    And mostly you can enjoy, in your spare time, is the beauty of the temples and the beaches (Kuta is the crowded all-in-one place, but you can find many more to match with your preferences).

    Have a great time in Bali, looking forward to reading your posts.

    Cheers,
    Hendra

  4. lburr Says:

    8 October 2008 at 6:22 am

    Dear Hendra,

    Thank you for your thoughtful response. I have just arrived in Bali and am excited to get out of Kuta Beach and explore the island. And hopefully learn how to drive on the left-hand side of the road.

    Sincerely,
    Lander


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